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Author Message Robert Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:02 am    Post subject: Does social security or any disability program pay for weight loss surgery? I had heard over the years that they might but I don't recall if so or how. Thanks for the info.For those with legot answers, thanks. Last weight was 379 1-2 months ago.For those thinking it's a "lifestyle" change &"count caolries", it's not that simple. That doesn't always work plus I was exposed to nerve agents in the 1991 Gulf War that literally altered my brain chemistry, including basic functions. So for the people with the "dumb" answers, I ignore stuff like that.For everyone else, thanks.That would be "legit" answers...my wireless keyboard batteries just died a few minutes ago. When it does, keyboards act weird. Back to top Tony R Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:05 am    Post subject: depends on how overweight you are Back to top melissa u Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:05 am    Post subject: yes it doues Back to top bubblenumber Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:05 am    Post subject: I know some insurance will when the weight is the primary cause of health problem. But i am not sure if social security or disability program will. Back to top Colin Hughes Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:05 am    Post subject: I don't think so, not unless it was a case of "If you don't lose 15 stone in the next month then you'll die" scenario. Otherwise people would probably abuse it for a quick fix. Back to top Heidi B Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:05 am    Post subject: nope Back to top Octobaur3 Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:06 am    Post subject: I would think this is still considered a cosmetic surgery.... Back to top Kristine B Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:06 am    Post subject: sometimes your insurance will cover it if they consider that you def need it and that your weight is life threatening. a woman at work had a surgery done and insurance covered it. Back to top Sideshow Bob Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:07 am    Post subject: Hope not too! Most obesity is from avoidable, lifestyle related choices and decisions.The government should scrutinize them to lose weight and take responsibility.BTW I am slightly obese. (Ironic and hypocritical-what a combination!) Back to top tucsonrn Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:07 am    Post subject: Not that I know of. Weight loss surgery is so drastic, have you thought of CALORIE counting?I have been doing that and have lost 8 lbs. It is CHEAPER, and far safer in the long run. NO GUT alterations involved!No fear of future repercussions from Gastric bypass. Back to top minootoo Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:08 am    Post subject: Some insurance may pay for it, if it is life threatening.This surgery can cure type 2 diabetes, so check in to it. There is an on going research.Check with your doctor. Back to top Diane Y Yahoo User Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 1:26 pm    Post subject: I know I am on Disability (Medicare) and it does cover it, but you have to go with a program before it will cover it. The surgeon's office can help you with getting quailified. I only can go with what I know... Back to top

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